The Company

B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, a mine under construction in northern Canada and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland. B2Gold forecasts total consolidated gold production of between 860,000 and 940,000 ounces in 2024.

Position

Location and Reporting Structure

Responsibilities

• The overall inspection, repair, and maintenance of electrical components of the mine and camp in compliance with regulations and B2Gold Nunavut’s safety policies and procedures;
• Aid in the installation and maintenance of underground substations and pump stations as required;
• Diagnose areas of improvement and/or repair on current electrical systems, substations, and pump stations. Inspect equipment for performance and diagnose areas of improvement and/or repair. Complete repairs as necessary;
• Read, understand, and interpret prints;
• Collaborate with site teams to identify operational requirements and improvements of the project;
• Test and troubleshoot electrical, control, and automation systems;
• Assist in the design, testing, and start-up of instrumentation and control systems;
• Update and aid in the setup of Electrical and Control schematics;
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor; and
• Participate in safety toolbox talks to promote compliance with B2Gold Nunavut’s safety policies and procedures.

Competencies and Requirements

• Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician ticket with prior experience in industrial electrical repair and maintenance in the construction and/or mining industry;
• Familiarity with reading electrical schematics and prints required, with preference given to those with working knowledge of the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in mining operations;
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and industry best practices; and
• Experience working in a remote camp setting with limited access to resources is considered an asset.